Approved planning applications · October 2026
Extending in Bromley: what the council approves
Build Team has secured approval for 22 projects in Bromley: 17 loft conversions and 5 ground floor extensions, across 7 postcode districts. The median approved floor area is 36.1 m². Bromley Council generally allow a boundary wall height of up to 2.3m.
What Bromley council is like to work with
You need to pay close attention to the details in regards to both the design and the planning application in Bromley.
Wraparound extensions are hard to gain consent for in this borough. There are also lots of conversation areas so this should be kept in mind when designing a scheme.
Boundary wall height
Bromley Council generally allow a boundary wall height of up to 2.3m.
Design considerations
This borough is close to the river so usually require a Flood Risk Assessment report to be carried out.
Guidance from Build Team's design team, based on applications we have submitted in this borough. Council policy changes: check the current local plan before you rely on it.
What has been approved in Bromley
| Type of project | Approved | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Loft conversions | 17 | 77% |
| Ground floor extensions | 5 | 23% |
| Houses / flats | 21 houses, 1 flats | |
| Median floor area | 36.1 m² (average 40.5 m²) | |
Postcode districts covered: 40, BR1, BR2, BR3, SE19, SE20, SE26
Our services in Bromley
- Loft conversions 17 approved here
- Side return extensions
- Rear extensions
- Wraparound extensions
- Kitchen extensions
- Party wall agreements
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